premature labor

  • Premature Deliveries: An Uphill Battle

    Prematurity is the biggest challenge a baby can face. The good news is that there are new methods of diagnosis that can identify women who are at risk and prolong their pregnancy as much as possible.

  • 28 Weeks and I Lost My Mucous Plug.

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am 28 weeks and I lost my plug 4 days ago. I have been crampy, I have back pain and I have nausea real bad. I saw my DR. yesterday but he is acting so calm and like there is nothing to be concerned about. This is my 4th baby... I am so worried that I am in the early stages of labor and I want my baby to be healthy.

    My Dr. did check me yesterday and he said that I did lose the plug and that I am starting to thin out but I am not dilated?? Now what??? I am so concerned; please help!

  • Nicotine Patch OK For Pregnant Women

    Nicotine patch OK for pregnant women -- Especially during third trimester, study shows. Women who just can't quit smoking during pregnancy can now safely turn to nicotine patches for help.

  • Taking the Pressure Out of Pregnancy

    Stress during pregnancy can have some adverse consequences, including an increased risk of premature labor, premature birth and low birth-weight babies. What can make the difference is how early the stress is recognized and steps taken to offset the risks

  • Nicotine Patch OK For Pregnant Women

    Nicotine patch OK for pregnant women -- Especially during third trimester, study shows. Women who just can't quit smoking during pregnancy can now safely turn to nicotine patches for help.

  • Taking the Pressure Out of Pregnancy

    Stress during pregnancy can have some adverse consequences, including an increased risk of premature labor, premature birth and low birth-weight babies. What can make the difference is how early the stress is recognized and steps taken to offset the risks

  • 28 Weeks and I Lost My Mucous Plug.

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am 28 weeks and I lost my plug 4 days ago. I have been crampy, I have back pain and I have nausea real bad. I saw my DR. yesterday but he is acting so calm and like there is nothing to be concerned about. This is my 4th baby... I am so worried that I am in the early stages of labor and I want my baby to be healthy.

    My Dr. did check me yesterday and he said that I did lose the plug and that I am starting to thin out but I am not dilated?? Now what??? I am so concerned; please help!

  • Premature Deliveries: An Uphill Battle

    Prematurity is the biggest challenge a baby can face. The good news is that there are new methods of diagnosis that can identify women who are at risk and prolong their pregnancy as much as possible.